Marriage Notice: BENJAMIN FLYNN & LUCIE FLYNN | Government of Bermuda
THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:-
Marriage Notice: SOSINA MEKONNEN & KIRUBEL DESALEGN | Government of Bermuda
THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:-
Marriage Notice: JAMISON PERCY & CAMRYN DUNSTAN | Government of Bermuda
THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:-
Marriage Notice: CORIN SMITH & HUDA DURRI | Government of Bermuda
THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:-
Police Witness Appeal: Three Vehicle Collision
The police said the “witness appeal continues regarding a reported collision involving a motorcycle, minibus and car that occurred around 1:20pm Friday, 14th July 2023 on North Shore Road, Hamilton parish near Panorama Drive.” A police spokesperson said, “At last check the motorcyclist hurt, said to be a 62-year-old St. George’s man, sustained a serious […]
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KBB & ECCA Launch Waste Management Plan
Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] is partnering with the Eastern County Cricket Association [ECCA] to deliver a green events waste management plan for this year’s eastern county games to be held at Bailey’s Bay Cricket Club [BBBC] on July 22, August 19 and September 2. A spokesperson said, “The plan includes a focus on reducing waste, […]
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Bermuda beaten by Puerto Rico in Billie Jean King Cup
Bermuda suffered a 3-0 loss to Puerto Rico today on the penultimate day of the Billie Jean King Cup Americas group three, which is taking place in Panama.
In the singles, Shelby Madeiros lost 6-2, 6-…
In the singles, Shelby Madeiros lost 6-2, 6-…
Dr Derrick Binns Retires After 37 Years Of Service
The Head of the Public Service, Dr. Derrick Binns retires today [July 21], after a “remarkable career spanning over three decades.” A Government spokesperson said, “His journey in the public service began in 1986, as a Psychologist with the Department of Corrections, a post held by him for approximately ten years. During this time, on […]
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Official Govt & Legal Notices For July 21 2023
The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 21] include notification of planning applications registered and notice of intended marriage. List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on July 21, 2023 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0616/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 21 July 2023 The applications shown […]
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PwC awards two scholarships
PwC Bermuda has awarded scholarships to D.S Malachi Dates and Riley Morbey.
Mr Dates (Sheridan College, Pilon School of Business) is the winner of the Peter Mitchell Scholarship, worth $20,000 annuall…
Mr Dates (Sheridan College, Pilon School of Business) is the winner of the Peter Mitchell Scholarship, worth $20,000 annuall…
Butterfield up 18 cents on NYSE
The RG/BSX Index closed on Friday at 2,243.77, up 32.18 points (1.46 per cent).
Two thousand shares in Bank of NT Butterfield Ltd changed hands. The stock closed at $30.20, up 60 cents (2.0 per cent) …
Two thousand shares in Bank of NT Butterfield Ltd changed hands. The stock closed at $30.20, up 60 cents (2.0 per cent) …
Weather Forecast For Saturday July 22
Saturday, July 22 is expected to see variable cloud cover with a few showers through the day, with the high to be near 29°C/85°F and the low to be near 26°C/78°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 86%. Sunrise will be […]
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Paget Lions strike partnership with Athene Life Re
Athene Life Re has come on board as the lead sponsor for newly promoted Paget Lions.
The club announced that they have secured a two-year deal with the locally based reinsurance company which will ass…
The club announced that they have secured a two-year deal with the locally based reinsurance company which will ass…
Ministry: 57 Bus Runs Cancelled On Friday
[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [July 21], with the list indicating that there are twenty-one bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.10pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 21 runs cancelled this morning, 36 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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Bumper increases in financial assistance, daycare payouts announced
Struggling families will get a massive cash boost when inflation-busting increases to financial assistance and daycare benefits are introduced this year.
The increases include a rent allowance rise of…
The increases include a rent allowance rise of…
Derrick Binns retires from Public Service after career spanning almost 40 years
The Head of the island’s Public Service retired today after a career in Government spanning almost four decades.
Derrick Binns began his public service career as a psychologist with the Department of…
Derrick Binns began his public service career as a psychologist with the Department of…
Burch: half of roads in ‘poor condition’ but repair bill is $100m
It would cost the taxpayer $100 million to resurface all of the island’s roads that are in poor condition, according to the Minister of Public Works.
Lieutenant-Colonel David Burch made the revelation…
Lieutenant-Colonel David Burch made the revelation…
Tree planted to honour a decade’s service to End-to-End
Organisers and supporters of an annual fundraiser planted an olivewood tree in the Botanical Gardens yesterday to celebrate a volunteer’s decade of service to the event.
For ten years, Mandy Shailer …
For ten years, Mandy Shailer …
List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on July 21, 2023 | Government of Bermuda
The applications shown below are available for review on the Department of Planning’s Customer Self Service Portal (https://planningenergov.gov.bm/EnerGov_Prod/SelfService#/home), or between the hours of 8:45 am and
New and Improved Child Day Care Allowance Benefits
Mr Speaker and Honourable Members,
Later today, I will be laying before this Honourable House the Child Day Care Allowance Amendment Regulations 2023.
Mr Speaker, the purpose of these Regulations is to increase the value of awards and toexpand the pool of persons eligible for the benefit. Specifically, it amends the Child Day Care Allowance Regulations 2008 to introduce tiered, income-based benefits, and a maximum gross annual household income of $130,000 with respect to an application for child day care allowance.
Increasing Benefits for Financial Assistance Recipients
Mr. Speaker,
I rise today to introduce Amendments to the Schedule of the Financial Assistance Regulations 2004, which is entitled the Table of Allowable Expenses.
The purpose of these amendments is to increase the benefits for recipients, to ensure that the rates better reflect the cost of living in Bermuda. These changes will increase benefits received by over 2,000 seniors, disabled, low-earner and abled-bodied recipients of Financial Assistance.
Mr. Speaker,
Family Centre Tag Day To Honour Martha Dismont
The Family Centre, an accredited nonprofit dedicated to improving families’ lives in Bermuda, has announced they “will honour its beloved late founder Martha Dismont, by dedicating the 2023 Annual Cup Match Tag Day to her memory.” A spokesperson said, “Sponsored once again by Clarien Bank, the Tag Day will run between now and Wednesday, August […]
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Charity to honour founder Martha Dismont’s memory
A charity is to dedicate its upcoming Cup Match Tag Day to its “beloved” founder Martha Dismont.
Ms Dismont, who passed away last week, founded Family Centre which supports vulnerable families in Ber…
Ms Dismont, who passed away last week, founded Family Centre which supports vulnerable families in Ber…
Bermudian interns join Allied World for eight weeks
Five Bermudian students have been selected from a competitive field of candidates to participate in Allied World Bermuda’s eight-week summer internship programme.
The global insurer and reinsurer said…
The global insurer and reinsurer said…
MJM presents education awards to Bermudian students
Jada Rogers-Ingemann and Jonathan Jervis have received legal education awards from MJM.
Ms Rogers-Ingemann has been selected for MJM’s 2023 Legal Scholarship, a $10,000 award, and Mr Jervis has been g…
Ms Rogers-Ingemann has been selected for MJM’s 2023 Legal Scholarship, a $10,000 award, and Mr Jervis has been g…
Ignite Bermuda Launches 7th Cohort
Ignite welcomed 30 entrepreneurial leaders to its two-day Bootcamp on 12th July as part of its 7th Core Entrepreneurial Accelerator Programme. A spokesperson said, “The in-person event took place in a digital event space provided by Argus Group. Key skills were discussed including customer discovery, lean start-up and the importance of developing a resilient, entrepreneurial […]
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Minister Updates On Island-Wide Roadworks
“The repair of our roads are a priority for the Ministry of Public Works,” Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said in the House of Assembly today [July 21]. The Minister said, “To reiterate, the immediate pain for the motoring public will be well worth it as when completed, these current infrastructure initiatives – […]
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Allied World Welcome Five Student Interns
Allied World Bermuda launched their eight-week summer internship on June 20th with five talented Bermudian students – Athena Marsh, Lexus Brites, Alex Pilgrim, Naphisa Smith, and Grace Reeves – selected out of a competitive field of candidates. A spokesperson said, “The interns include Athena Marsh [Queens University], Lexus Brites [Bermuda College and the University of […]
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Stacey-Lee Williams Joins HOME’s Board
HOME, the registered charity working to end homelessness in Bermuda, has announced that Stacey-Lee Williams, Executive Director of Citizens Uprooting Racism Bermuda [CURB], has joined its Board of Directors. A spokesperson said, “Appointed as CURB’s first full-time Executive Director in March last year, Williams previously worked for 25 years at Somersfield Academy, most recently as […]
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Premier updates MPs on overhaul of public sector
Improved service to the public and a more digital public service were among the reforms detailed this morning in the House of Assembly by David Burt as part of a commitment to improve announced four y…
Regiments leads public training course in international exercise
Flame-throwers and missiles were used in a mock public order situation in the culmination of a five-day course delivered by instructors from the Royal Bermuda Regiment during Exercise Tradewinds 23.
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Appleby lawyers recognised in Chambers High Net Worth Guide
Five lawyers from Appleby’s global private client & trusts practice, including two from the Bermuda office, have been recognised in the 2023 edition of the Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Gui…
House: recruitment of airport firefighters on target
A cohort of 24 recruit firefighters will be sent to the UK next month to get trained in aircraft rescue, the national security minister told the House of Assembly this morning.
Michael Weeks said the …
Michael Weeks said the …
Hospitality industry ‘not taking advantage’ of tax breaks
Hotels, restaurants and other tourism-related businesses are failing to take advantage of tax breaks provided by the Government.
Vance Campbell, the Minister of Tourism, said that many hospitality ent…
Vance Campbell, the Minister of Tourism, said that many hospitality ent…
Minister congratulates graduating students
The Minister of Education revealed that 133 students of The Berkeley Institute and 107 of CedarBridge Academy graduated this year.
Speaking during this morning’s House of Assembly sitting, Diallo…
Column: 3 Questions About Economy & Finances
[Opinion column written by OBA Senator Douglas De Couto] We’ve recently heard a lot of noise from the Government about their new Economic Development Strategy, the Workforce Survey, and the Premier’s update on Government financial performance. To help translate that Government PR to what it all means for us in Bermuda, here are three questions […]
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PLP Marks Six Years Since Election Victory
“As we look forward to the future, we remain committed to serving the people of Bermuda,” PLP Party Leader and Premier David Burt said as the party marks six years since their election victory. PLP Party Leader and Premier David Burt said, “Six years ago, the new PLP Cabinet was sworn in after its General Election […]
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Nathan Trott to continue loan spell in Danish top flight
Bermudian goalkeeper Nathan Trott will return to Danish side Vejle for a second loan spell next season.
Trott’s parent club, West Ham United, of the English Premier League, confirmed his whereabouts f…
Trott’s parent club, West Ham United, of the English Premier League, confirmed his whereabouts f…
Jr Caribbean Squash Championships Day Five
The National Lotteries Authority XXXIX Junior Caribbean Squash Championships continued in St Vincent & the Grenadines, with Bermuda’s girls and boys playing matches. The girls’ team started the team event with two matches, first losing to Barbados 4-1 and then defeating Trinidad & Tobago 4-1; they will play the winner of the next box in […]
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IDA Bermuda To Play In Northern Ireland
IDA Bermuda has been welcomed back to the SuperCupNI football tournament, with the boys select team playing in the minor division of the competition, which will be held from July 23 through July 28 in Northern Ireland. A spokesperson said, “In 2022, IDA Bermuda launched its travel program with 3 teams traveling to Northern Ireland […]
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Tennis: Bermuda Defeat Antigua & Barbuda
Bermuda continued competing in the Billie Jean King Cup Americas Group III in Panama City, Panama. In their third match Bermuda took on Antigua & Barbuda, with Bermuda picking up the win 2 – 1. Shelby Madeiros got Bermuda started winning her match in straight sets 6-2, 6-1 over Janae George-Alexander. Jahzuena Bradshaw-Douglas then went […]
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St David’s draft in Marcus Scotland and Jonté Smith for county clash
Marcus Scotland and Jonté Smith have been named as colts in a new-look St David’s team that will face holders Bailey’s Bay in the first round of the Eastern Counties at Sea Breeze Oval tomorrow.
The p…
The p…
Request for exact Gaming Commission salaries rejected
The head of the Bermuda Gaming Commission has declined to give taxpayers exact details of the six-figure salaries of the regulator’s executives.
Cheryl-Ann Mapp, chairwoman of the BGC, upheld a decisi…
Cheryl-Ann Mapp, chairwoman of the BGC, upheld a decisi…
Family pay the price after emergency passport application rejected
A couple have been left thousands of dollars out of pocket after immigration officials refused to process an emergency passport application for their infant son.
Their battle with officials began on J…
Their battle with officials began on J…
Malachi Jones recall sparks controversy at Eastern Counties holders Bailey’s Bay
The selection of guest player Malachi Jones by Bailey’s Bay for their Eastern Counties first-round clash with St David’s has sparked controversy at the club.
The experienced all-rounder’s inclusion ha…
The experienced all-rounder’s inclusion ha…
‘Cup Match is about emancipation and focus should be on game, not on it being televised’
St George’s Cricket Club president Neil Paynter has confirmed that this year’s Cup Match will not be shown live on television.
Paynter said the match, which will take place at Wellington Oval on Augu…
Paynter said the match, which will take place at Wellington Oval on Augu…
Young basketball stars get chance to compete overseas for first time since Covid
Tim Trott, the Bermuda under-17 basketball coach, is thrilled that the island’s junior players will showcase their budding talents overseas for the first time since the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandem…
Bermudian entrepreneur exasperated with bureaucracy
A humble green-and-peach snack shack at John Smith’s Bay was ordered closed after being open for years and recently receiving a three-year extension to operate.
Trena Riley, the establishment’s propri…
Trena Riley, the establishment’s propri…
Bermuda monitoring Vesttoo troubles
The Bermuda Monetary Authority is monitoring troubles at Vesttoo, an innovative insurance marketplace that is dealing with issues related to collateral that may have been forged.
“The Bermuda Monetar…
“The Bermuda Monetar…
Ignite kicks off seventh cohort
The seventh cohort of Ignite Bermuda, the privately funded entrepreneurial accelerator, has launched with a two-day boot camp for the 30 entrepreneurs selected for the organisation’s core programme.
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